Rotator cuff tears can be treated with creams, but they are not very effective.
Rotator cuff tear can be categorized into partial tear and complete tear. Partial tears are more effective when using plasters, and complete tears are also effective, but the effect is not as obvious as surgical treatment, and the treatment method is different for different types.
Partial rotator cuff tear can be treated with plasters and other non-surgical methods, such as abduction brace or shoulder or herringbone cast to abduct the shoulder joint by 90 degrees, forward flexion by 30 to 45 degrees, external rotation by 30 to 40 degrees, immobilized for four to six weeks with the use of plasters and strengthening exercises. The treatment of complete rotator cuff tear is mainly based on surgery, and the effect of plaster treatment is not obvious.
The treatment of rotator cuff tear needs to be carried out under the guidance of the doctor, not self-treatment, so as not to aggravate the condition and affect the prognosis.